That does look good, Rich! One bit of disambiguation, though, if I may: The Hp 2 aspect may be shown for all restricted speeds up till 60 kph, though it does indicate a 40 kph limit with no additional information concerning the permitted speed. If such additional information is given, it may be in the shape of a Zs 3 speed indicator (which in turn may be a simple plate or the illuminated variant, the latter of which could also show different limits for all routes the signal can cover) co-located with the home signal or a written notice in the driver's working timetable.

There also is something to consider with regard to the Sh 1 shunting signal: In German signalling practice, train and shunting movements are treated differently from one another, and shunting movements generally are subject to a 25 kph speed limit - except in those cases where the signalman is able to provide a clear route for the shunting movement from start to its destination, which is referred to quite simply as "freier Fahrweg". If he is, he may inform the driver accordingly, following which the latter may operate at 40 kph for the duration of the movement. This "freier Fahrweg" thing thus is not signalled separately, but you might still find it helpful when doing some shunting, as it might allow you to imitate different shunting situations and control your locos accordingly.

And just for the sake of completeness - can the signals you use also show the Zs 1 aspect (three white lights in an upright triangle)? I do see the supplementary head for it below the main head, which is why I'm asking.

Hello Rich,

okay - I was just thinking it might add yet another bit in operational variety if the Zs 1 were functional. However, far as I am aware few German H0 scale signals have the Zs 1 (or Zs 7) cluster in functional shape.

Hm - now I introduced yet another signal aspect. The Zs 7 signal I just mentioned is, on the whole, similar to the Zs 1, but consists of three yellow lights in an upside-down triangle. Like the Zs 1, it serves to permit a train to pass a failed main, but mandates that the train proceed "on sight". In practice, this means that the speed may not exceed 40 kph, but must be reduced in adverse visual conditions to ensure a safe stop in case the driver spots any sort of obstacle - as low as to walking speed, if required.

I can't tell for sure how long the tracks will extend beyond the station limits, but one other suggestion I'd like to make would be to place Ra 10 shunting movement limit marker plates (Click) beyond the station limits, at a distance appropriate for whichever train length you would think may occur on shunting movements. Likewise, I think the Ra 12 clear of points markers would look good as well.

Aside from those provided on several RTR points - especially with moulded-on ballast - I cannot think of any off the top of my head, but I'll let you know if I should find anything. The only thing I did come across during a quick search was a DIY guide for building one, using a, indicator housing from one of Roco's RTR points and various other bits and pieces: http://www.hr-modell...tips_ideen3.htm . The idea here would seem to be powering it with a separate Tillig points motor.

By the way, another bit of signalling trivia - though it may not be valid for the period Bad Horn's going to represent: The network branch of Deutsche Bahn is currently placing additional speed signs all over the country as it was decided these are not to be used only for indicating line speed reductions relative to the currently allowed speed, but also for relative speed increases - which drivers could determine only from the working timetables thus far. I've seen several of these signs myself, though they are usually wrapped in plastic bags at this time as the order for them to be valid has not been issued yet.